GBH offers a wide variety of in-person and virtual events. From live music recordings, lectures and screenings to our virtual Book Club, tasting events and more, stay connected to our community. Whatever you’re interested in—news, history, the arts or music, we’ve got you covered. Fill your calendar with this rich diversity of events and be inspired, informed and entertained.
If you have questions about any of our events please reach out to Audience Member Services by phone 617-300-3300 or email info@wgbh.org
Featured Events
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VirtualBeyond the Page with R.L. Stine
400 million books in print. 32 languages. One worldwide phenomenon. -
In Person
AANHPI Celebration featuring Ann Curry
Join GBH at our Brighton studios for an evening of historical reflection and vibrant celebration as we honor the cultural achievements of the Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) communities.
More GBH Events
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In PersonChanging Hate to Hope: Conversations from the Front Line
Join this powerful and hopeful conversation at a time when antisemitism is on the rise and fear of the “other” is heightened. We will hear from Arno Michaelis, a former Neo-Nazi and author of "My Life After Hate," and Mubin Shaikh, a former jihadist supporter turned counterterrorism expert, who will share their journeys from radicalization to redemption. They will reflect on their transformations, the beliefs that once fueled their hatred, and the turning points that led them to turn their lives around and be agents of change. Together, they offer an honest and compassionate exploration of how hate develops, how people change, and how meaningful connections can emerge even in painful and traumatic times. The program is moderated by Dr. Miri Bar-Halpern, trauma psychologist and Director of Trauma Training & Services at Parents for Peace. -
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GBH Special Outspoken - 250 Years of Unfinished Sentences
GBH is proud to present a special America 250 edition of Outspoken, designed to bridge the gap between 18th‑century revolutionary ideals and 21st‑century “Artivism.”
Curated by Amanda Shea, Outspoken transforms the GBH Studio at the Boston Public Library’s Newsfeed Café into a high‑energy, immersive performance space for a powerful evening of conversation and spoken word.
This Artivist Panel Discussion brings together historians and activists Dart Adams and Jalyse Ware in a moderated conversation with Amanda Shea centered on 250 Years of Unfinished Sentences—exploring our ancestor stories 250 years ago and how spoken word functions today as a tool for liberation.
Following the panel, local poets will take the stage to share their art and voices, continuing the dialogue through performance.
Guests are invited to stay, connect, and enjoy the vibe. Food, beer, and wine will be available for purchase at the Newsfeed Café throughout the event. Join us for this engaging and thought‑provoking evening. -
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Mark Oppenheimer on his new biography of Judy Blume
To know the name Judy Blume is to know and love literature. Her influential novels are classics, from "Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret" to "Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing." Blume touched the lives of tens of millions of readers. Mark Oppenheimer shares his new biography of the iconic author.Partner:Harvard Book Store -
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JazzNOW: International Jazz Day with Fabiola Méndez
GBH Music and Jazz Boston welcome cuatrista Fabiola Méndez and her quartet to Calderwood Studio for a celebration of International Jazz Day. Méndez is an Emmy-nominated composer and musician known for her unique blend of genres, including folk, jazz, and Afro-Caribbean influences. Notably, Méndez was the first musician to graduate from Berklee with the Puerto Rican cuatro, the island’s national instrument, as her primary instrument. Following her viral GBH Jazz Instagram reel about the cuatro in 2025 and her well-received performance during the 2024 GBH Music Holiday Spectacular, Méndez returns to GBH in April for the first time as a headliner. Drawing inspiration from the mountains of Puerto Rico to the African rhythms of the Caribbean, Méndez and her quartet will present a collection of original works — taking the listener on a journey of storytelling through Latin folk and jazz. The concert takes place at 8 pm in Calderwood Studio with a pre-concert reception at 7:15pm. Paris Alston, of GBH News Rooted, will host the performance, which will be filmed for broadcast on GBH2. This event is made possible by the Goldstein Family Fund.
7:15-7:50pm Pre-event reception
7:50pm Guest are seated in Calderwood Studio (general admission)
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In PersonVirtual
Living in Pryde
Living in Pryde is a powerful short documentary following residents of The Pryde—New England’s first LGBTQ+ welcoming, affordable senior housing community. As LGBTQ+ rights face renewed challenges, the film highlights a generation that came of age without basic legal protections. Residents draw on a lifetime of resilience, reflecting on surviving the AIDS crisis, fighting for same-sex marriage, and coming out as transgender. Located in a former public school in Boston’s Hyde Park, The Pryde is both a refuge and a target—a place where community becomes a powerful force in the ongoing fight for civil rights and equality. -
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GBH Amplifies - 05/07 Jimmy Hills
GBH Amplifies is a community conversation series focused on expanding the reach of local voices from Greater Boston and beyond. The series features community leaders hosting public conversations in the GBH Studio at the Boston Public Library in Copley Square, providing a platform for inclusive perspectives on the issues that matter most to New England communities. GBH Amplifies happens weekly on Thursdays from 12:30-1:30pm at the GBH BPL Studio. This event is free and open to the public.
The monthly schedule is:
First Thursday of the Month: James ‘Jimmy’ Hills, Host of Java with Jimmy
Second Thursday of the Month: Ron Mitchell, Publisher and Editor of The Bay State Banner
Third Thursday of the Month: Alberto Vasallo III, President and CEO of El Mundo Boston
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Outspoken Saturdays (May 2026)
The GBH BPL studio will host Outspoken Saturdays, a spoken word poetry event for emerging artists. Every first Saturday of the month, the series will be created in collaboration with spoken word artist Amanda Shea.
If you are interested in performing, feel free to submit your work for review hereJoin us!
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Taking Stock of Transportation Funding in Massachusetts
Revenue from the Fair Share Amendment, passed in 2022, is dedicated to spending on transportation and education in the Commonwealth, but three years after the bill's passing, where do things stand? GBH New transportation correspondent Jeremy Siegel moderates a discussion.Partner:Transportation for Massachusetts (T4MA) -
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AANHPI Celebration featuring Ann Curry
Join GBH at our Brighton studios for an evening of historical reflection and vibrant celebration as we honor the cultural achievements of the Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) communities. This year, we are honored to welcome legendary journalist Ann Curry for a program designed to amplify and redefine AANHPI identity and culture.
The program features a conversation with Ann Curry and filmmaker Ben Loeterman about the new AMERICAN EXPERIENCE documentary, Bombshell. This powerful film explores how the U.S. government manipulated the narrative about the atomic bombings of the Japanese cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, and sheds light on the efforts of a group of intrepid reporters to let the world know the truth.
Together, Ben and Ann will discuss the enduring societal impact these historic events had on both Japanese and American lives. This conversation, moderated by Ryo Morimoto, Assistant Professor in Anthropology at Harvard University, serves as a powerful entry point to understand the need for accurate reporting and the roots of AANHPI resilience.
We hope you can join us for this important community conversation.
The formal program will be followed by a reception featuring nonprofit partners including Greater Malden Asian American Community Coalition, India Association of Greater Boston and Ricesticks and Tea, the Asian Food Pantry.
We encourage everyone to watch AMERICAN EXPERIENCE documentary, Bombshell.
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Virtual
Improbable Patriot: The Secret History of Monsieur de Beaumarchais
Improbable Patriot: The Secret History of Monsieur de Beaumarchais, the French playwright Who Saved the American Revolution, a conversation with Suffolk University historian Roberta Alison and Iris de Rode.
In 1776, the playwright and inventor Pierre-Augustin Caron de Beaumarchais (1732–1799) conceived an audacious plan to send aid to the American rebels. What’s more, he convinced King Louis XVI to bankroll the project and single-handedly carried it out. By war’s end, he had supplied Washington’s army with most of its weapons and powder, though he was never paid or acknowledged by the United States. To some, he was a dashing hero, a towering intellect who saved the American Revolution. To others, he was a pure rogue, a double-dealing adventurer who stopped at nothing to advance his fame and fortune. In fact, he was both, and more: an advisor to kings, an arms dealer, and an author of some of the most enduring works of the stage, including The Marriage of Figaro and The Barber of Seville. Now in paperback, Improbable Patriot introduces readers to an unrecognized power player in the Revolutionary War. -
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GBH Amplifies - 05/14 Ron Mitchell
GBH Amplifies is a community conversation series focused on expanding the reach of local voices from Greater Boston and beyond. The series features community leaders hosting public conversations in the GBH Studio at the Boston Public Library in Copley Square, providing a platform for inclusive perspectives on the issues that matter most to New England communities. GBH Amplifies happens weekly on Thursdays from 12:30-1:30pm at the GBH BPL Studio. This event is free and open to the public.
The monthly schedule is:
First Thursday of the Month: James ‘Jimmy’ Hills, Host of Java with Jimmy
Second Thursday of the Month: Ron Mitchell, Publisher and Editor of The Bay State Banner
Third Thursday of the Month: Alberto Vasallo III, President and CEO of El Mundo Boston
GBH Amplifies is also being supported by the Barr Foundation -
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GBH Jazz Night with Sam Spear (Boston Public Library)
Presented by GBH Music and JazzBoston, this GBH Jazz Night features woodwind player and composer Sam Spear performing a collection of songs inspired by her formative years emerging in Boston’s music scene.
GBH Jazz Nights showcase the incredible range of jazz talent in the Greater Boston area. The series is co-hosted by JazzBoston and GBH Music, taking place on the second Thursday of every month from September through May. Tickets are free, but registration is encouraged. Seating is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis, so arrive early! By registering, you agree to receive email communications from GBH Music.
GBH Jazz Nights are made possible by the Goldstein Family Fund.
